When did Wolfman Jack die?

Wolfman Jack was born on January 21, 1938 and died on July 1, 1995, aged 57.

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Wolfman Jack

American DJ and music TV host

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When did Wolfman Jack die?
July 1, 1995¹
Wolfman Jack was born on January 21, 1938 and died on July 1, 1995, aged 57.

Robert Weston Smith (January 21, 1938 – July 1, 1995), known as Wolfman Jack, was an American disc jockey active for over three decades.
He was famous for his gravelly voice, and credited it with his success, saying, "It's kept meat and potatoes on the table for years for Wolfman and Wolfwoman.
A couple of shots of whiskey helps it.

Wolfman Jack comes up in these episodes:

MyShowNotes ✓ Radio | Public Figures – A Nateland Podcast | Ep #33: Started as Daddy Jules in Newport News; appeared in American Graffiti. (1:28:52)

Robert Weston Smith (January 21, 1938 – July 1, 1995), known as Wolfman Jack, was an American disc jockey active for over three decades.

1 episode so far. See the list above.